Maintenance Handperson

About the business

Rydges is part of EVT, a proudly Australian-owned company with over 100 years’ experience in hospitality, entertainment and leisure in Australian & New Zealand. Our hotels stretch from Sydney to Queenstown to Perth and each is locally inspired, just like our team, our customers and you. We’re for making the day better. We include. We nurture talent and promote internally.  

About the role 

Rydges Bankstown is a 120 room, 4 star hotel located on the Hume Highway in Bass Hill. The property features a restaurant, bar, and conferencing facilities. 

We are seeking a Part Time Handyman. You will coordinate an effective maintenance service to all departments. You will be tasked at ensuring the building and surrounds, plant, machinery, and equipment is maintained and operates at the most efficient and productive method possible. We are looking for a trustworthy, energetic individual who can work unsupervised with the support and guidance of our General Manager. Some key responsibilities of this hands on role are:

• Maintenance of guest rooms and public areas, furnishings, fixtures and equipment 
• Fast and efficient service for departmental maintenance requests
• Co-ordination of special projects with a view to minimizing guest inconvenience
• Assist in providing an effective maintenance service to all departments. This includes hands-on work as well as delegating tasks to contractors
• Identifying areas of improvement within the hotel and to carry out preventative maintenance plans that are put in place.
• Respond to and carry out all inter departmental or guest requests concerning defects, repairs and / or general assistance.  

Skills and Experience:

• Any trade experience will be beneficial to this role; ideally PLUMBING
• Experience working in the Maintenance Department within a hotel
• Experience in property Maintenace. 
• An understanding of OH&S procedures and best practice.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Well organised and can manage time effectively.
• Can work cohesively within a team environment.
• Customer service experience.

Benefits & perks

• Renowned for our refreshingly local, down-to-earth experiences.
• Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.
• 50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo and more.
• $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.
• Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.
• Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.
• Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving. 
• Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company. 

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